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Lot# 7070 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 7070 Hongkong

    1882: Cover from Hong Kong endorsed "Voie Anglaise" mailed with France Type Sage 3 c. buff on yellow and 15 c. blue pair left uncancelled; struck with "HONG KONG" code P cds (Dec 26) and circular "T" mark alongside in black. The French stamps eventually cancelled by "Modane a Paris" datestamps in red (Jan 28, 1883) and, on arrival in Brest charged with 1881/92 Postage Due 20 c. black (Maury T17) with confirming manuscript '0.20' alongside. Opening tears at top but a most unusual cover.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 420 CHF